Written examination

The national written examination for psychologists and industrial-organizational psychologists is the examination for the professional practice of psychology. The passing score is a scaled score of 500. Prior to April 18, 1994, seventy percent correct is considered a passing score. A passing score is required for applicants for licensure as a psychologist or as an industrial-organizational psychologist. Once the written North Dakota professional responsibility examination is developed, the board may require applicants to pass it as a replacement of the oral examination. The written North Dakota professional responsibility examination will assess the applicant's knowledge of North Dakota law regulating the practice of psychology or industrial-organizational psychology as well as the applicant's understanding of ethics, professional law, and standards of practice. The written North Dakota professional responsibility examination will be administered by at least one board member who will proctor and score the examination, and recommend pass or fail to the board. An examinee passes the examination if the majority of the board members present at a subsequent board meeting vote to confirm passage.